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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1909
Page
2
An OCR damaged notice from The Cray Weekly at Troy Illinois requests readers to report missed deliveries, states rates and terms for subscriptions, and notes legal notices should be published through attorneys. It mentions sample copies, advertising rates, and directs communications to the paper offices.
The notice explains a subscription must be paid before one year in arrears to retain mailing privileges. It states The Call may discontinue subscriptions that reach one year in arrears, per Post Office Department rules, with a period of variation in enforcement. The message emphasizes overdue payment timing and the paper’s policy.
Troy debates building a new city hall to replace cramped leased quarters. A site purchased by May or Braner sits tied to construction, with forfeiture risk if no building rises. Financing and tax implications spark election issue, urging voters to study the plan and act.
The Missouri hawkee amendment proposed by Mr Kyte of Ozark would bar candidates for public office from using gifts entertainment or provisions to sway voters. The embargo would take effect thirty days before a primary or convention and sixty days before an election with fines of five to five thousand dollars and possible disqualification from office. It allows candidates to entertain at their homes or permanent boarding places in the usual way.
The Edwardsville Republican argues county affairs show a persistent Democratic influence in the county board despite strong Republican strength. It notes Democratic supervisors elected in Republican townships and vice versa, suggesting the elected candidate was the best man for the job.
The Republican comment lauds Democrats EK CG Willi of St. Jacob George Liehler of Troy and Wim Dickman of the township for resisting party combine pressure. It says they act for the county’s best interests and should be returned as safe reliable efficient members who will serve duties regardless of politics.
Judge Peter Po Shields, a California veteran, defended divorce before the senate judiciary committee. He argued we have few cases for divorce and supported divorces, stating women should seek new marriages after separation and criticizing desertion of homes for apartments as harming family life.
The article notes British women suffragists attempted to mail two activists to Prime Minister Asquith to deliver a petition. Servants refused to receive the letters, highlighting the impracticality of the tactic despite admiration for the perseverance.
The passage reflects on bearing adversity as potential blessings, citing St Patrick’s six years of slavery in Ireland as harsh but formative. It argues his later success as Ireland’s apostle owed to familiarity with Irish manners and language learned during servitude, shaping his effective mission.
Staunton cast 319 votes at a cost of about 5 cents per vote, Mascoutah 25 votes at 3.00 each, and Collinsville 39 votes totaling 675. The piece questions whether the primary election law is worth the price and notes ongoing debate on vote costs.
The shoe industry now launched in Troy shows real potential for ongoing development beyond brief openings. It is a sturdy enterprise that Troy should cultivate more, with operations capable of working every day the year through.
A quote emphasizes that a town's power comes from its people, noting strong, intelligent, law abiding, and brave citizens as the true source of enduring strength for the town, state, and nation.
Jo Barditt and N G Place named to the Good Roads committee in Marlisan County with expectations they will secure improved conditions for the county.
Local confidence rises as the McKinley syndicate signals favorable air towards the Teoy road project. The prevailing view is that once the company approves the plan, the project will proceed smoothly and be a strong success.
A nearby gardener and hen keeper clash over neighborly duties and conduct. The discussion centers on applying shared doctrine to daily rights and responsibilities in a dispute that tests community standards.
The speaker notes that while ideas about reconnecting with nature are fine, most people must focus on earning enough to cover living costs. The discussion highlights balancing subsistence needs with simple leisure or appreciation of the outdoors, suggesting practicality over idealism.
Washington letter recounts the 1909 inauguration amid a fierce blizzard. Taft took the oath in the Senate chamber after a postponed parade, Roosevelt bade him farewell with emotion, and the inaugural ball drew crowds despite $5 admission and limited dancing. Calls grow to move inauguration to April, amid weather fears and political gridlock.
Thousands of Illinois voters who once supported a state primary law now call for its repeal. The law governs nominations for state and county offices but not township posts, and primaries are often evaded. Public costs rise when primaries are required, while local benefit remains minimal.
The St. Louis Times advertises a 30 cent per month rate with Daniel Peterman listed as agent for subscriptions and service inquiries.
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